B1adverblanguageacademic
US/ˈdʒen.ər.əl.i/
UK/ˈdʒen.ər.əl.i/
usually, or by most people, or without details
In context
On weekdays I generally go to bed before eleven.
The new rule was generally welcomed by parents.
Generally speaking, prices in the countryside are lower.
Words that go with generally
adverb + verb
- generally speakingGenerally speaking, the service here is good.
- generally acceptedIt is generally accepted that sleep helps memory.
- generally agreeExperts generally agree that exercise is good for you.
- generally consideredHe is generally considered the best player.
adverb + adjective
- generally trueThat is generally true, but there are exceptions.